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204 Eastland Drive North * Twin Falls, ID * 208-734-7041
www.esbcTwinFalls.com

March 19, 2020

At this time all regular meetings are still happening with adjustments in how we interact at this time. This is intended to assist the church family to know what to expect and what changes are in place. Let me start with what we are doing. We are monitoring the situation daily with the desire to exercise community respect to a fast and largely unknown virus pandemic.

At the church house, we are currently refreshing the air 24/7, wiping down all surfaces, supplying hand sanitizer, soap and respect for each other.

We have suspended any activity that requires anyone to handle anything previously handled by another (ie: no Lord’s Table observation at this time, offerings will be collected in plates in the front and rear of the room, shared meals are suspended at this time, and no coffee or snacks.)

Otherwise, we are still gathering. Carefully. It is a reasonable thing for anyone in vulnerable categories (have been recently sick, someone sick in your home, been exposed to someone known to have COVID-19, elderly, traveled to an outbreak region, etc.) to limit or suspend attending meetings. A decision to not attend should not be considered as being negligent of gathering with the saints. Everyone fully understands the reason if you choose to not attend in this current day.

The following is with serious respect that other local fellowships have made decisions different than ours. Each individual should, as always, exercise personal responsibility.

Sunday:

  • 9:15 a.m. Sunday Morning Bible Study
  • 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship Gathering
  • 5:30 p.m. Evening Worship Gathering

Wednesday:

  • 5:30 p.m. Mid-Week Prayer Gathering

For anyone choosing to not gather, remember our live stream feed link is: https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/thebridge/webcast/ It will begin at approx. 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m on Sundays.

If you do not have a computer, if your data plan is limited, or you are experiencing difficulty watching or listening online consider a connection via phone line. Consider putting your phone on “speaker” mode so you don’t have to hold the phone to your ear the entire time. It may also be wise to plug your mobile phone in while listening so you don’t use up your battery.

On Sunday at 10:30 a.m and 5:30 p.m. (mountain time)

  • Call 712-432-3410
  • when prompted, dial 2
  • then enter 25378 (the specific church code for Eastside Baptist Church)

If you call before we are streaming you can either wait on the line or try to call again within a few moments.

There is a high likelihood that the demand on the internet will be significant and may cause delays or inability to stream. If this happens remember we will have the archived sermon available soon. Thank you for your patience and understanding. If all else fails, open your Bible, read Isaiah 53:1-3, think about those words of God, talk about them with your family, pray, sing, and rejoice.

Personal Responsibility

Dear Beloved Eastside,

At this time, Eastside Baptist Church will continue all weekly gatherings.

Lord’s Day (Sunday)

  • 9:15 a.m. small group Bible Study
  • 10:30 a.m Morning worship service (NOTE: morning service will continue being streamed at www.esbcTwinFalls.com)
  • 5:30 p.m. Evening worship service (NOTE: evening service will continue being streamed at www.esbcTwinFalls.com)

Mid-week Prayer (Wednesday)

  • 5:30 p.m. Prayer gathering (NOTE: Mid-week prayer service will now be included as a live streamed service only on the Eastside Baptist private Facebook page.)

It is a reasonable thing for anyone in vulnerable categories (have been recently sick, someone sick in your home, been exposed to someone known to have COVID-19, elderly, traveled to an outbreak region, etc.) to limit or suspend attending meetings. A decision to not attend should not be considered being negligent of gathering with the saints. Everyone fully understands the reason for your not assembling in this current day and we respect personal responsibility.

We will continue to review developments daily, hourly, and are prepared to adjust as needed.

In the meantime, please take the following precautions during all gatherings:

  • When you arrive at the church house please either use the provided hand sanitizer, wash your hands with soap and water, or use your own personal cleaning materials.
  • Please do not give handshakes, hugs, kisses or other contact greetings (This indeed seems impossible, but everyone will understand you are not being rude today).
  • Keep tissue available; when the need to cough or sneeze is upon you – cover your mouth and nose with a tissue and then throw the tissue away, if tissue is not available to you at the sudden time of need, coughing or sneezing into your elbow is better than your hand. (Studies are showing paper tissue for this season is better than cloth handkerchiefs). And of course, sanitize your hand when finished throwing the tissue away.
  • Help keep surfaces (doors, counters, chairs, etc.) clean with disinfectants.

It is not our intention to be disrespectful or dismissive of anyone advising to not meet at this time. It is with respect and charity to our neighbors that we gather as well informed and responsible people who are aware and practice careful attention to this present concern. We are not opposed to suspending our gatherings but hold what we do as providing essential gatherings – with respect that we must make adjustments when needed. We are prepared and willing to do so.

If you are uncomfortable gathering at this time we receive your decision with respect. If at all possible please stay connected via all platforms available with live streaming of Eastside Baptist Church.

For the glory of God, alone!

Paul Thompson

How To Join Us If You Can’t Gather With Us

By the grace of God, we are already set up to provide a live service for those unable to physically gather with us during the COVID-19 outbreak. To be clear, this is not the recommended normal way to participate with a church, but in a time like this it is reasonable and encouraged for those sick, away, or vulnerable.

Earlier this week we were able to have all connections updated and serviced. Our internet provider installed new equipment and our IT guy (Dan) reestablished the IT things (I’m sure that’s no the right way to say any of that, but that’s what happened).

Here are some tips on how how to access Eastside Baptist Church via our SermonAudio connection. SermonAudio provides our streaming on several platforms from mobile, notebook, desktop, Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, and landline. No matter where you are, you’ll be able to access our sermons and webcasts. Our Church Code ID: 25378

My advice to you if you are not able to gather with us in person is the same as if you could. Do all you can to eliminate any potential distractions (ie: avoid surfing other sites while participating), get your Bible out, sing with the people, pray with the people, and hear the preached word of the Almighty God.

  • Our live stream feed link is: https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/thebridge/webcast/
    • Every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
  • If your data plan is limited or you are experiencing difficulty watching or listening online consider a connection via phone line. Consider putting your phone on “speaker” mode so you don’t have to hold the phone to your ear the entire time.
    • At 10:30 a.m and 5:30 p.m. (mountain time)
      • Call 712-432-3410
      • when prompted, dial 2
      • then enter 25378 (the specific church code for Eastside Baptist Church)
  • Instructions for Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV are here: https://www.sermonaudio.com/mobile.asp Use church code 25378 to locate Eastside Baptist Church.

There is no better way to experience a corporate church gathering than in person, but for such a day as this, bless the Lord.

This is a great way to introduce someone to Eastside Baptist Church. There are some in the area that will not be gathering, send them a link to www.esbcTwinFalls.com. Invite them to come with you. I am preaching through Isaiah 52:12-53:12 for the next several weeks. This text is all about the suffering servant, the Lord Jesus Christ. All of these verses lead us to the gospel.

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